We are seeking a dynamic Transport & Container Team Leader to join our team at our brand new warehouse in Rolleston.  In this role you will be responsible for leading the team through the daily activities of transport and import & export departments to ensure provision of efficient and professional services to clients. This is a perfect role if you are looking to advance in your career and showcase your leadership skills. 

Cardinal is a leading partner to many of New Zealand’s well known companies in food, beverage, grocery and personal healthcare.  We offer an end-to-end logistics solution to our customers, which offers the opportunity for our team members to develop, upskill and progress within the business.  Our teams strive to be “Best in Class”.

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday, 6:00 am - 3:30 pm

About the role:

• Supervise and lead the team to ensure all daily tasks are completed
• Ensure all DC delivery booking are ready and loaded for delivery
• Ensuring accurate and timely loading of freight
• Report daily on undelivered or delayed freight to the relevent department
• Verify the completeness and accuracy of documentation for customs clearance
• Oversee and coordinate customs clearance processes for both imports and exports
• Assist in providing training and development opportunities for team members

About you:

• Minimum of 2 years experience in forklift role | team leading role
• Current forklift OSH or counterbalance license - long fork and slipsheet experience preferred
• MPI Accredited (advantageous) 
• Competent in using Microsoft Office
• Familar with the Multipick WMS

What we can offer you:

• Membership to the Cardinal Perks Program (discounts with some of NZ's major retailers)
• Life insurance
• Team events
• Ongoing mentoring and training

If the above sounds like you, do not hesitate and apply now! We look forward to discussing this opportunity with you. Applicants for this position must have New Zealand citizenship, residency or a valid work visa.  The successful applicant must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, criminal history check and provide references.